FIFA's $1 Billion Club World Cup: Financial Windfall and Concerns

The 32-team Club World Cup in the U.S. is offering $125 million to winners, part of a $1 billion pot. Significant revenue distribution adjustments impact both large and small clubs. Concerns over player welfare and reduced off-seasons are voiced by athletes like Harry Kane amid the tournament's financial prospects.

This year's Club World Cup, set in the U.S., promises substantial financial rewards with the winning team taking home up to $125 million, FIFA confirmed on Wednesday.

FIFA President Gianni Infantino clarified that the governing body wouldn't retain any funds. The distribution model, developed with the European Club Association, ensures larger clubs like Manchester City and Real Madrid benefit more than smaller participants.

While financial prospects are high, players like England captain Harry Kane express concerns about reduced rest periods between seasons due to the tournament's timing, though he remains optimistic about winning.

(With inputs from agencies.)